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Our top choices for Smithsonian's National Zoo hotels

Front of property

HighRoad Washington DC

HighRoad Washington DC
2.0 star property
1.2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (688 reviews)
"Very nice location. Close to many restaurants and shops and a park."
United States
WILLIAM R
The price is RM289
RM335 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
HighRoad Washington DC
Exterior

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
4.0 star property
Upper Northwest, 0.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,392 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Robin
The price is RM550
RM780 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
Garden

Lyle Washington D.C.

Lyle Washington D.C.
4.5 star property
Dupont Circle, 2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,676 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is RM612
RM852 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Lyle Washington D.C.
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

The Jefferson, Washington, DC

The Jefferson, Washington, DC
5.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location - beautiful property"
United States
Marla
The price is RM1,777
RM2,061 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

The Dupont Circle Hotel

The Dupont Circle Hotel
4.5 star property
Dupont Circle, 2.2 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,337 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Steve
The price is RM852
RM987 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The Dupont Circle Hotel
Rooftop terrace

SIXTY DC

SIXTY DC
4.5 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.4 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Staff was dope, property nice & the location is really good too."
United States
Daviyan
The price is RM728
RM995 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
SIXTY DC
View from room

The Poppy Georgetown

The Poppy Georgetown
4.0 star property
Georgetown, 2.3 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (587 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our stay. The coffee bar/breakfast nook area was a nice touch. Friendly and helpful staff. We would stay here again!"
United States
Amber
The price is RM851
RM987 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
The Poppy Georgetown
Exterior

Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC

Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC
5.0 star property
Georgetown, 2.8 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (199 reviews)
"Great hotel, lovely staff. Always a pleasant experience staying here."
United States
Melissa
The price is RM3,196
RM3,706 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Four Seasons Hotel Washington DC
Exterior

The Normandy Hotel

The Normandy Hotel
3.0 star property
1.4 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay i would highly recommend."
United States
Manuel
The price is RM349
RM556 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
The Normandy Hotel
Lobby

Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.

Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.
3.5 star property
2.5 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (628 reviews)
"Loved our stay here - planning to visit again"
United States
LuAnn
The price is RM865
RM1,003 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Hilton Club The District Washington D.C.
Lobby

Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown

Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
5.0 star property
2.6 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and very nice lobby and bar area. The rooms are spacious and very clean."
United States
John
The price is RM1,242
RM1,592 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
Exterior

The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row

The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff is excellent, the food is good, Perfect location for business or site seeing."
United States
Beverly
The price is RM437
RM630 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row
Restaurant

Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown

Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
3.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (185 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful hotel and staff"
United States
Kurt
The price is RM657
RM761 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Tempo By Hilton Washington Dc Downtown
Bar (on property)

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
5.0 star property
2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (855 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, staff and location."
United States
Dolores
The price is RM1,909
RM2,214 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.
Front of property

Hotel Madera

Hotel Madera
4.0 star property
Downtown Washington D.C., 2.5 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was great"
United States
Roberto
The price is RM617
RM853 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Hotel Madera
Interior detail

The River Inn

The River Inn
4.0 star property
Foggy Bottom, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,016 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
John
The price is RM583
RM676 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
The River Inn
Lounge

The Darcy Hotel

The Darcy Hotel
4.5 star property
Dupont Circle, 2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,653 reviews)
"Location was perfect. Clean property and the staff was absolutely amazing."
United States
Shaundra
The price is RM577
RM812 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
The Darcy Hotel
55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

The LINE Hotel DC

The LINE Hotel DC
4.5 star property
1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel, delicious breakfast. "
United States
MICHAEL
The price is RM523
RM733 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The LINE Hotel DC
Exterior

Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
3.0 star property
Georgetown, 3.1 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"Great stay and location! Loved Georgetown!"
United States
Helen
The price is RM973
RM1,128 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Canal House of Georgetown, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lobby

Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row

Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row
4.0 star property
Connecticut Ave - K Street, 2.7 km from Smithsonian's National Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (641 reviews)
"Great location to walk to everything downtown. Clean hotel. Great friendly staff"
United States
Brandon
The price is RM569
RM660 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Canopy by Hilton Washington Embassy Row
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Compare popular hotels close to Smithsonian's National Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
HighRoad Washington DC
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
688 reviews
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Exterior
Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington DC
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
2,392 reviews
View
Garden
Lyle Washington D.C.
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,676 reviews
View
3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served
The Jefferson, Washington, DC
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
The Dupont Circle Hotel
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,337 reviews
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Top Smithsonian's National Zoo Hotel Reviews

Dupont Circle Embassy Inn by FOUND

Dupont Circle Embassy Inn by FOUND

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean but a little small. Overall a good experience."
Yash 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Dupont Circle Embassy Inn by FOUND

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smithsonian's National Zoo?
Smithsonian's National Zoo is located in a historic area of Washington known for its notable monuments and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 223 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Smithsonian's National Zoo?
Omni Shoreham Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Smithsonian's National Zoo. Other good choices within a short distance include The Churchill Hotel near Embassy Row and The LINE Hotel DC.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Smithsonian's National Zoo?
Expedia has 223 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Smithsonian's National Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smithsonian's National Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Smithsonian's National Zoo.
What can I see and do near Smithsonian's National Zoo?
Smithsonian Institution, Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens and Woodrow Wilson House feature captivating exhibits. Sights like White House, Arlington National Cemetery and Dumbarton House are landmarks to visit in the area. You can check out the local talent at Lincoln Theater, George Washington Lisner Auditorium and Kennedy Center.
How can I get to Smithsonian's National Zoo?
Walk to nearby metro stations like Cleveland Park Station, Van Ness-UDC Station and Woodley Park-Zoo Station. If you'd like to venture farther outside of the area, you may want a car rental for your journey.